Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
Toon Tellegen's uniquely imaginative tales conjure up a wondrous world where cakes fly, trees can walk, and letters are made of cream, chestnuts, and honey. Once more, his popular charactersand#8212;the squirrel, the ant, the elephant, and their friendsand#8212;weave their magic spell in this new collection. Perfectly complemented by Jessica Ahlberg's delicate illustrations, these charming short stories will captivate readers of all ages.
About the Author
Author and poet Toon Tellegen is one of the Netherlands' most celebrated writers. His animal stories have been translated into 19 languages and are cherished by children and parents the world over. He lives in Amsterdam.and#160;Jessica Ahlberg, daughter of the acclaimed author-illustrator team Janet and Allen Ahlberg, studied at Winchester School of Art and has illustrated several books for children. She has lived in Brighton, England, but was recently honored with a Sendak Fellowship and will be taking up residency in CT for the month of September 2013.